Setting up your instructional coaching office space doesn't have to be a daunting task! On this episode of the Coaching Podcast, I share my top tips for arranging your room, including eight different areas that you may want in your workspace. You'll get ideas for making your office functional and comfortable so teachers will feel at home when they come to see you!

-Chrissy Beltran

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Does your school lack a strong coaching culture? Professor Jacy Ippolito joins me on this episode to talk about creating a culture of coaching and learning. We talk about the hallmarks of a strong coaching culture and the hurdles that instructional coaches face, including widespread misunderstanding of their role. He shares why the principal-coach relationship is pivotal for setting a coaching culture in any school and how to "manage up" when necessary. Tune in to learn all about how you can improve the coaching culture at your school.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Many educators experience burnout. So, what can instructional coaches do to help teachers who are overwhelmed? Dr. Heather Michel joins me to talk through how to support teachers when they are struggling with all the demands of teaching. She shares her experience working with first-year teachers and the challenges of coaching in a pandemic. During the coaching call, we brainstormed ways that instructional coaches can help teachers who are feeling drained emotionally.

-Chrissy Beltran

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There’s a lot to learn about instructional coaching as a craft. I’ve made my share of mistakes. This week I share the five biggest lessons I learned during my first year as a coach. I share how you can build relationships with teachers and define your role. This episode has tons of actionable tips to make you a more effective coach, whether you’re a first-year coach or a seasoned one.

-Chrissy Beltran

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The Enneagram is a powerful tool for instructional coaches. Myrna Cervetti of Enneahealth joins me to discuss the nine Enneagram types. She talks about how these personality traits affect the way people interact with others and why they do what they do. Knowing about different Enneagram traits will help you better understand your teachers' needs, as well as communicate more effectively with them.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional coaches walk a tightrope between meeting the needs of teachers and implementing district initiatives. It can be hard to find the balance. Coffee and Coaching member Patryce Harvey shares her journey as a first-year coach navigating the challenges of supporting educators while also implementing new mandates. We talk through tiering teacher support, gathering feedback, and breaking new initiatives into manageable chunks.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Achieving school-wide goals require pushing through the challenges that arise. Christy Lamb and Karen Hile of Modern Principal join me to discuss ways instructional coaches can support schools as they navigate change. Learn how instructional coaches can make a positive impact during difficult times.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional coaches are expected to do it all. The reality is that we have limited time and lots of responsibilities. In this episode, I give you my steps for tiering instructional support. You’ll learn how to use my coaching cycle form to help teachers get results and stay focused on their goals.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Instructional coaching can be lonely and difficult. There are days when it seems easier to give up and go back to the classroom. Amie Burkholder from Literacy Edventures joins me to discuss what to do when you’re ready to give up. Learn her strategies for becoming a better coach and achieving progress on your campus.

-Chrissy Beltran

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Are you collecting feedback from your teachers throughout the semester? Education consultant Erinn Cottman joins me to talk about collecting and using feedback to build trust. She shares practices to normalize the feedback process and the questions she asks that get results.

-Chrissy Beltran

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